Neuropathology Rotation

At present, residents are allocated to neuropathology for three to six months. The primary purpose is an opportunity to review basic sciences, and to learn pathology applicable to the practice of neurosurgery.

Click here for a list of staff neuropathologists.

The basic objectives are as follows:

Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of neuroanatomy.

Discuss the general pathophysiological processes of the major neurological diseases: including neoplasia, cerebrovascular disease, traumatic nervous injury and infections.

Discuss the gross anatomical pathology of neurological disease, and in particular those with surgical implications (neoplasia, vascular disease and trauma)